My four year old daughter started swimming lessons at Aquatots at the beginning of this year. Her instructor seems very friendly and competent, setting the children at ease and allowing for their individual skills and needs. Unfortunately, because the school is so busy, there is no facility for make-up lessons if your children is sick (although they do offer a school holiday program credit if you skip more than three lessons.)

Approximate cost: $16 per lessons

I have a particular soft spot for the Green Herring, as hubby and I had our wedding reception there over 10 years ago. Many of my important family events have been held at this restaurant. It is intimate and cosy and very old worldy - I love it!

Most recently, hubby and I celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary dinner at the Green Herring. Both the prawn entree and pork main were delicious and melt in the mouth - couldn't fault either dish in any way. The only disappoinment for me the whole night was the removal of their signature Chocolate Profiteroles from the menu (after 25 years) - this was always my fall back dessert here. But their other desserts are still delicious too - make sure that you save room.

Plus, you always receive some handmade chocolates on the house at the end of the your meal - it is these sort of little special touches that make the Green Herring unforgettable.

Approximate cost: $29

I have now been to da Nunzio on two occasions. They have a beautiful location right next to Yerrabi Ponds (you can see the water from the window seats. Although it was quiet both times that I have been in there, the service was average at best. The waitress had to be reminded a couple of times of items that we had asked for. On the second occasion, the item that I wanted to order was not available because they had run out the night before. The food was quite good, but I thought that it was a little overpriced for what you got (especially the kids meals).

Approximate cost: $25